2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Pregio | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
